Tim Hargreaves
About Tim Hargreaves
Tim Hargreaves serves as the Executive Director and Global HR Business Partner at VISTRA, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked at UBS and RICARDO PLC in various leadership roles.
Current Role at Vistra
Tim Hargreaves serves as the Executive Director, Global HR Business Partner - Functions at Vistra. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing human resources strategies and initiatives across various functions within the organization. His extensive experience in HR management contributes to the development and implementation of effective HR policies and practices.
Previous Experience at Ricardo PLC
Tim Hargreaves worked at Ricardo PLC in various HR leadership roles. He served as HR Director for Ricardo UK Ltd from 2009 to 2012, where he managed HR operations and strategy. Following this, he held the position of Group Head of HR from 2012 to 2021, overseeing HR functions across the organization for nine years. His tenure at Ricardo PLC involved significant contributions to HR practices and organizational development.
Experience at UBS
Before his time at Ricardo PLC, Tim Hargreaves worked at UBS as the Head of HR for Global Asset Management from 1995 to 2009. During his 14 years at UBS, he was responsible for managing HR functions within the global asset management division, focusing on talent management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
Educational Background
Tim Hargreaves has a robust educational background in psychology and human resources. He studied at the University of Cape Town, where he earned a B.Soc.Sc (Honours) in Psychology and Personnel Administration in 1981. He also completed a B.Soc.Sc in Psychology, Industrial Sociology, and Public Administration from 1978 to 1980. Later, he pursued an MSc in Applied Psychology at the University of Wales, Cardiff, from 1984 to 1986.